Felonies
/ˈfɛləniz/
Definitions
- (n.) Serious crimes typically punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.
Felonies such as murder and robbery carry severe penalties.
Forms
- felony
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Commentary
Typically distinguished from misdemeanors by severity and punishment; sometimes categorized differently depending on jurisdiction.
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